SERIES In a series that began in 1950, the Steelers hold a 57-55 edge over the Browns. They’re actually tied in regular-season play, but the Steelers have beaten the Browns twice in the playoffs — 29-9 in a 1999 AFC divisional playoff game at Three Rivers Stadium and 36-33 in a 2002 wild-card game at Heinz Field.

The Steelers have played more games against the Browns than any other team in the NFL.

STORYLINES The Steelers have won 15 of the last 16 meetings and are 8-1 in their last nine trips to Cleveland … The Browns’ defense was terrible last week against Dallas, and the offense wasn’t much better. If QB Derek Anderson doesn’t return to his ‘07 form, the Brady Quinn cries will start.

“It’s one of the unique rivalries in this league. I was just saying to somebody the other day it’s special for a lot of reasons, but probably one of the most unique things about it is the close proximity of the two cities and the fact that this is a bus trip. I can’t tell you I’ve been involved with too many bus trips in the NFL.”